Question 1
A patient is brought to the emergency department with manifestations of hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome (HHNS). What should the nurse assess to determine the patient's hydration status? Select all that apply.
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.◦ Oxygen saturation level
◦ Respiratory rate
◦ Urine for ketones
◦ Weight loss
◦ Vision
Question 2
The nurse plans to instruct a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus on ways to prevent the onset of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). What should the nurse assess prior to teaching this patient? Select all that apply.
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.◦ Frequency of eye examinations
◦ Current adjustments to diet during exercise
◦ Performance of blood glucose testing
◦ Ability to self-administer insulin
◦ Daily foot inspections
Measuring Patient Height
A, A nurse is adding a medication to an IV line as a piggyback
Differences between a Nurse Practitioner
Patient's forearm supported in bed
Scheduling patient appointments by telephone.